Luke Fernandez vs Rodolfo Bellato — Fight recap

Rodolfo Bellato defeated Luke Fernandez by KO/TKO in the first round at 2:42, with referee Kerry Hatley stopping the action on March 7, 2026. Bellato's striking efficiency proved decisive, landing 30 of 46 significant strikes (65%) compared to Fernandez's 16 of 33 (48%), with 24 head strikes finding their target.

The fight remained standing throughout, with neither fighter attempting takedowns, though Bellato's superior output and precision culminated in a knockdown that led to the stoppage. Fernandez managed only 22 seconds of control time and landed 12 head strikes from 28 attempts, unable to generate sustained offense or defensive adjustments before the finish.

Bellato's dominant striking performance and first-round finish establish him as a threat in the division.